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17 Daycare Centers in Hope Mills, North Carolina

Browse all 17 daycare centers in Hope Mills, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hope Mills

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    3423 Black & Decker Rd, Hope Mills, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Sunshine House Inc. #149 in Hope Mills, NC receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, organized facility. Parents consistently highlight their children's academic progress, emotional development, and sense of safety, with many describing the center as feeling like a family.

    Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilitystrong academic curriculumchildren's advancement in learning
  2. 2

    1391 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Pamper Hugs & Luvs Afterschool Facility #2 receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and child development outcomes. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about owner professionalism and inadequate handling of behavioral issues with young children.

    caring and loving staffstrong Pre-K and academic curriculumchildren ahead academically in kindergartenorganized and disciplined environment
  3. 3

    620 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Pamper Hugs & Luv's is highly praised by most parents for its caring staff, strong academics, and curriculum across age groups. However, two negative reviews cite poor handling of behavioral issues and unprofessional interactions with management.

    Caring and loving staffstrong pre-K and academic programschildren advance ahead in kindergartencurriculum includes Spanish and sign language
  4. 4

    634 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Pamper Hugs & Luv's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its curriculum, staff care, and pre-K program, with children reportedly ahead academically. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about owner demeanor and inadequate handling of behavioral issues with young children.

    Caring and professional staffstrong pre-K and academic curriculumchildren academically ahead in kindergartenorganized environment
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    1140 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Gracie's Childcare & Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Four parents praise the warm, home-like environment, attentive staff, and quality care for their children over extended periods. However, three parents report serious concerns including alleged bullying by staff, inadequate supervision, misuse of supplies, inconsistent communication about child care, and poor hygiene practices.

    warm and caring environmenthome-like atmosphereattentive and pati
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    3437 N Main Street, Hope Mills, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    First Steps Childcare & Learning Center receives predominantly positive feedback from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication. However, one prospective parent reported a deeply concerning experience involving discriminatory comments from the director toward a child in speech therapy.

    Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean facilitiesexcellent parent communication with daily updateswell-rounded curriculum balanc
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    3437 N Main St, Hope Mills, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    First Steps Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising caring and attentive staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and a good balance of education and play. However, one parent reported a deeply negative experience during a tour, alleging the director made discriminatory comments about a child in speech therapy.

    Caring and professional staffexcellent parent communication with daily updatesclean and spacious facili

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hope Mills based on parent reviews

The Sunshine House INC. #149

4.8(20)

3423 Black & Decker Rd, Hope Mills, NC

The Sunshine House Inc. #149 in Hope Mills, NC receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, organized facility. Parents consistently highlight their children's academic progress, emotional development, and sense of safety, with many describing the center as feeling like a family.

Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilitystrong academic curriculum

Pamper Hugs & Luvs Afterschool Facility #2

3.9(12)

1391 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC

Pamper Hugs & Luvs Afterschool Facility #2 receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and child development outcomes. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about owner professionalism and inadequate handling of behavioral issues with young children.

caring and loving staffstrong Pre-K and academic curriculumchildren ahead academically in kindergarten

Pamper Hugs & Luv'S Afterschool Facility

3.9(12)

620 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC

Pamper Hugs & Luv's is highly praised by most parents for its caring staff, strong academics, and curriculum across age groups. However, two negative reviews cite poor handling of behavioral issues and unprofessional interactions with management.

Caring and loving staffstrong pre-K and academic programschildren advance ahead in kindergarten

Pamper Hugs & Luv'S Learning Center INC.

3.9(12)

634 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC

Pamper Hugs & Luv's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its curriculum, staff care, and pre-K program, with children reportedly ahead academically. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about owner demeanor and inadequate handling of behavioral issues with young children.

Caring and professional staffstrong pre-K and academic curriculumchildren academically ahead in kindergarten

Gracie'S Childcare & Learning Center

3.3(7)

1140 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC

Gracie's Childcare & Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Four parents praise the warm, home-like environment, attentive staff, and quality care for their children over extended periods. However, three parents report serious concerns including alleged bullying by staff, inadequate supervision, misuse of supplies, inconsistent communication about child care, and poor hygiene practices.

warm and caring environmenthome-like atmosphereattentive and pati

First Steps Childcare & Learning Center - B

3.1(20)

3437 N Main Street, Hope Mills, NC

First Steps Childcare & Learning Center receives predominantly positive feedback from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication. However, one prospective parent reported a deeply concerning experience involving discriminatory comments from the director toward a child in speech therapy.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean facilitiesexcellent parent communication with daily updates

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Daycare Centers in Hope Mills, North Carolina

There are 17 daycare centers in Hope Mills, North Carolina. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Hope Mills, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Hope Mills

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The Sunshine House INC. #149
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Sunshine House Inc. #149 in Hope Mills, NC receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, organized facility. Parents consistently highlight their children's academic progress, emotional development, and sense of safety, with many describing the center as feeling like a family.

Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilitystrong academic curriculum
Address
3423 Black & Decker Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-4131
Pamper Hugs & Luvs Afterschool Facility #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Pamper Hugs & Luvs Afterschool Facility #2 receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and child development outcomes. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about owner professionalism and inadequate handling of behavioral issues with young children.

caring and loving staffstrong Pre-K and academic curriculumchildren ahead academically in kindergarten
Address
1391 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-4646
Pamper Hugs & Luv'S Afterschool Facility
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Pamper Hugs & Luv's is highly praised by most parents for its caring staff, strong academics, and curriculum across age groups. However, two negative reviews cite poor handling of behavioral issues and unprofessional interactions with management.

Caring and loving staffstrong pre-K and academic programschildren advance ahead in kindergarten
Address
620 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-4646
Pamper Hugs & Luv'S Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Pamper Hugs & Luv's Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its curriculum, staff care, and pre-K program, with children reportedly ahead academically. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about owner demeanor and inadequate handling of behavioral issues with young children.

Caring and professional staffstrong pre-K and academic curriculumchildren academically ahead in kindergarten
Address
634 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-4646
Gracie'S Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Gracie's Childcare & Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Four parents praise the warm, home-like environment, attentive staff, and quality care for their children over extended periods. However, three parents report serious concerns including alleged bullying by staff, inadequate supervision, misuse of supplies, inconsistent communication about child care, and poor hygiene practices.

warm and caring environmenthome-like atmosphereattentive and pati
Address
1140 Sand Hill Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 425-9194
First Steps Childcare & Learning Center - B
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

First Steps Childcare & Learning Center receives predominantly positive feedback from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong communication. However, one prospective parent reported a deeply concerning experience involving discriminatory comments from the director toward a child in speech therapy.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean facilitiesexcellent parent communication with daily updates
Address
3437 N Main Street, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 423-4333
First Steps Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

First Steps Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising caring and attentive staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and a good balance of education and play. However, one parent reported a deeply negative experience during a tour, alleging the director made discriminatory comments about a child in speech therapy.

Caring and professional staffexcellent parent communication with daily updatesclean and spacious facili
Address
3437 N Main St, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 423-4333
C. Wayne Collier Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3522 Sturbridge Drive, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-7200
Gallberry Farm Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8019 Byerly Drive, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 483-4883
Flaming Sword Daycare - Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3230 Legion Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 764-3500
The Childrenz' Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4027 S Main Street, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 425-1908
Ed V. Baldwin Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4441 Legion Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-0145
C. Wayne Collier Prime Time
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3522 Sturbridge Dr, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-8236
Ed V Baldwin Prime Time
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4441 Legion Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-0145
Rockfish Prime Time
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5763 Rockfish Rd, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-3476
Gray'S Creek Prime Time
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2964 School Road, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 483-7524
Gallberry Farm Prime Time
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8019 Byerly Dr, Hope Mills, NC
Phone
(910) 424-0846

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Frequently asked questions

There are 17 all daycares in Hope Mills, North Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Hope Mills, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Carolina)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Hope Mills offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 8 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in North Carolina typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Hope Mills for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hope Mills must be licensed by North Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.